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Alex Albon records best lap of the year at Dutch GP qualifying

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 8:17 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Alex Albon records best lap of the year at Dutch GP qualifying

Summary

Alexander Albon achieved what he termed the 'best lap of the year' during F1 qualifying at the Dutch Grand Prix on August 22. Albon, driving for Williams, managed to progress beyond Q1, finishing in 16th place, which was an improvement over his team's previous performance. The team made adjustments between the sprint race and main qualifying, leading to better results despite ongoing issues with wind sensitivity affecting their car. Albon expressed cautious optimism but noted challenges expected in the upcoming race. Teammate Carlos Sainz experienced difficulties, being knocked out in Q1, yet felt improvements in the car's setup positively influenced his performance during qualifying.

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By the Numbers

•Albon finished qualifying in 16th place at the Dutch GP.
•He described his lap as the best of the year.
•Williams made strategic adjustments ahead of the main qualifying.
•High winds reportedly affected the team's performance.
•Sainz was knocked out in Q1 but felt improvements from the car adjustments.

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8:17 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Albon Hails “Best Lap of the Year” After Williams Finds Dutch GP Breakthrough

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Alexander Albon made it out of the bottom half twice in two days in F1 Dutch GP, as he hails the ‘best lap of the year’ in main qualifying. Having had the deal secured to race for Williams in 2027…
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